In applying and construing this title, which is a uniform act, consideration shall be given to the need to promote uniformity of the law with respect to the subject matter of the law among the states that enact the law.

This title modifies, limits, and supersedes the federal Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act, 15 U.S.C. § 7001 et seq., but does not modify, limit, or supersede § 101(c) of that act, 15 U.S.C. § 7001, or authorize electronic delivery of the notices described in § 103(b) of that act, 15 U.S.C. § 7003(b).

This title applies to guardianship and protective proceedings beginning on or after October 1, 2010.

This title may be cited as the Maryland Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act.